1967 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Hummer H3
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,651 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 748 kg more than 1967 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hummer |
| Model | DS | H3 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 87 L |
