2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1957 Citroen DS
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen DS would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1957 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1957 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Tahoe | DS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 63 L |
