1973 Citroen DS vs. 2003 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen DS would be higher. At 5,954 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2160 kg more than 1973 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (759 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 607 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen DS | 2003 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 5954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 3370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3490 mm |
