1956 Citroen DS vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 52 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 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 798 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | DS | Sorento |
Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |