1973 Citroen DS vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen DS would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 145 kg more than 1973 Citroen DS. 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, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen DS | 2006 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3010 mm |
