1959 Citroen DS vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 53 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 635 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.
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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (252 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | DS | Sienna |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 252 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |