1969 Citroen Dyane 4 vs. 2007 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2007 Ford Expedition is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen Dyane 4 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1121 kg more than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Expedition 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, 2007 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Citroen Dyane 4 | 2007 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Dyane 4 | Expedition |
Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 106 L |