1969 Citroen DS vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen DS would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1969 Citroen DS. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Citroen DS weights approximately 2 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen DS | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 84 L |
