1972 Citroen DS vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 41 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DURANGO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (355 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 1208 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 2013 Dodge DURANGO is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | DS | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3042 mm |
