1973 Citroen DS vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 495 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.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen DS | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | DS | Touran |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2680 mm |
