2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1967 Citroen DS
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 98 kg more than 1967 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 1967 Citroen DS | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Rainier | DS |
Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1452 kg |
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 Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |