1971 Citroen DS vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen DS would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1971 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1360 kg more than 1971 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen DS. (151 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen DS | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 2572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3030 mm |
