1972 Citroen SM vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen SM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen SM would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Citroen SM. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 266 kg more than 1972 Citroen SM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen SM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle 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, 2006 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen SM. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen SM | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | SM | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2669 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 72 L |
