1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2006 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2006 Ford Explorer is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Explorer weights approximately 2257 kg more than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. 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 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen Ak 350 | 2006 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Ak 350 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 2862 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 85 L |
