1968 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Citroen Ak 350 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 288 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Expedition weights approximately 361 kg more than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1968 Citroen Ak 350, 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Citroen Ak 350 | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Ak 350 | Expedition |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 106 L |