1972 Citroen DS vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 32 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1782 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 2004 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, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (183 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 3054 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 167 L |
