1964 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2656 kg more than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Citroen Ak 350 | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Ak 350 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 167 L |
