1971 Citroen DS vs. 2002 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2002 Kia Sorento is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1971 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 778 kg more than 1971 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento 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, 2002 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Citroen DS | 2002 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | DS | Sorento |
Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2670 mm |