1969 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2610 kg more than 1969 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 1969 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 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Citroen Ak 350 | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Ak 350 | Excursion |
Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 5405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 3215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 167 L |