1971 Citroen Ami vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1971 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 2131 kg more than 1971 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Citroen Ami | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Ami | Expedition |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 496 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 106 L |