1972 Citroen SM vs. 2007 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-9 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (264 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1972 Citroen SM. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen SM.
Because 2007 Mazda CX-9 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 Mazda CX-9 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 Mazda CX-9 (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen SM. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen SM | 2007 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | SM | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2669 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 76 L |
