1959 Citroen DS vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 550 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | DS | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
