1972 Citroen SM vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen SM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen SM would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (240 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1972 Citroen SM. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 848 kg more than 1972 Citroen SM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen SM. (235 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen SM | 2004 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | SM | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2670 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 427 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 99 L |