1970 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 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 172 more horse power than 1970 Citroen DS. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Citroen DS weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen DS | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3010 mm |
