1967 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander 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 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 903 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 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | DS | Commander |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 5652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 15.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 78 L |
