1967 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 43 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 858 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 2010 Volkswagen T5 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | DS | T5 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |