2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 430 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 TrailBlazer (377 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | TrailBlazer | DS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 63 L |
