1972 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 37 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen DS weights approximately 306 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Ford Escape 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, 2009 Ford Escape 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, 2009 Ford Escape (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Escape |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6550 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
