1972 Citroen SM vs. 2007 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sienna 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1972 Citroen SM. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 485 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.
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, 2007 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen SM. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen SM | 2007 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | SM | Sienna |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2669 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 76 L |