1972 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2007 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 35 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 1 more horse power than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 328 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, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen DS | 2007 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | DS | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2347 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |