1967 Citroen DS vs. 2006 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 487 kg more than 1967 Citroen DS. 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 Freestar (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 2006 Ford Freestar | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | DS | Freestar |
Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 98 L |