1967 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 40 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 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 302 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus.
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, 1967 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (156 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 2007 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | DS | Focus |
Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |