1966 Citroen DS vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 46 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 575 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.
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 (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Citroen DS | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | DS | Sienna |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1791 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 76 L |