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 (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 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 rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (376 Nm) has 239 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 | 292 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 63 L |
