1972 Citroen SM vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 36 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (382 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1972 Citroen SM. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen SM weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen SM. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | SM | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2669 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 100 L |