1972 Citroen DS vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 565 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (183 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 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 F-150 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 95 L |
