1971 Citroen SM vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen SM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen SM would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1971 Citroen SM. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 1406 kg more than 1971 Citroen SM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen SM. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen SM | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | SM | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 72 L |
