2007 Acura RDX vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS.
Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX 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, 2007 Acura RDX (353 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS. 2007 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 1956 Citroen DS has manual transmission. 1956 Citroen DS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 1956 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | RDX | DS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
