2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1965 Citroen DS
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen DS would be higher. At 4,194 cc, 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier 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 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 1965 Citroen DS | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Rainier | DS |
Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2175 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 85.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 43 L |