1972 Citroen SM vs. 2007 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 35 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1972 Citroen SM. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen SM.
Because 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen SM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz 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 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen SM. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen SM | 2007 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | SM | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2669 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 78 L |
