2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1967 Citroen DS
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 41 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 1967 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Suburban | DS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |
