1959 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (172 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 298 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape 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, 2009 Ford Escape (302 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 2009 Ford Escape | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | DS | Escape |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6550 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 302 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1022 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |