1966 Citroen DS vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 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 84 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 420 kg more than 1966 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (177 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | DS | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 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 | 25 L | 80 L |
