1960 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (274 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 174 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
