1957 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 679 kg more than 1957 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Citroen DS | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | DS | Sorento |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1999 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |