1971 Citroen SM vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen SM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen SM would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1971 Citroen SM. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 505 kg more than 1971 Citroen SM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Citroen SM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen SM. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen SM. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1971 Citroen SM has manual transmission. 1971 Citroen SM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen SM | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | SM | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 79 L |
