1968 Citroen DS vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2002 Renault Megane is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Citroen DS (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (93 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Citroen DS (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1968 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen DS | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | DS | Megane |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
