1968 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 41 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1968 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1968 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (359 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Citroen DS | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | DS | Touareg |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 95.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |