1969 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 42 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 2070 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 2011 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 2011 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition 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 | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Ak 350 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 5400 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 | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 2675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1974 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3327 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 127 L |
