2009 Audi Q5 vs. 1966 Citroen DS
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q5 (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 456 kg more than 2009 Audi Q5.
Because 2009 Audi Q5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 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, 2009 Audi Q5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q5 | 1966 Citroen DS | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | Q5 | DS |
Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |