1959 Citroen DS vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 660 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.
Because 2005 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna 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, 2005 Toyota Sienna (328 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
