1967 Citroen DS vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 352 kg more than 1967 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 Kia Sorento (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | DS | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1967 | 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 | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
