1959 Citroen DS vs. 2006 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sienna is newer by 47 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 3,308 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sienna (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Toyota Sienna (301 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 301 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 | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| 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 |
