1973 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 34 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 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1200 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 2007 Jeep Commander 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, 2007 Jeep Commander 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, 2007 Jeep Commander (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen DS | 2007 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | DS | Commander |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 5653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2790 mm |
