1959 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 354 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Expedition (495 Nm) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 127 L |
