1973 Citroen DS vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 33 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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 715 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.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen DS | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | DS | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2890 mm |
