1956 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 292 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
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, 2009 Ford Escape (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1956 Citroen DS has manual transmission. 1956 Citroen DS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Escape |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
