1969 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 38 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1969 Citroen DS. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 806 kg more than 1969 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot 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, 2007 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen DS | 2007 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | DS | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 77 L |
