1972 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 37 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 174 kg more than 1972 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | DS | Murano |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |
