1972 Citroen SM vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger 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 2,669 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Citroen SM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Citroen SM (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger 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, 1972 Citroen SM (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen SM | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | SM | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2669 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 59 L |
