1972 Citroen DS vs. 2005 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Citroen DS (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Trajet. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 609 kg more than 1972 Citroen DS.
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, 2005 Hyundai Trajet (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 2005 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | DS | Trajet |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
