1973 Citroen DS vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 75 kg more than 1973 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen DS | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | DS | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2540 mm |
