1967 Citroen DS vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 45 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 710 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 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | DS | Terracan |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |