1972 Citroen DS vs. 2001 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2001 Ford Excursion is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen DS would be higher. At 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1989 kg more than 1972 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Excursion 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, 2001 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen DS | 2001 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | DS | Excursion |
Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2347 cc | 5405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 3261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 167 L |