1972 Citroen DS vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 765 kg more than 1972 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 2037 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |
