1973 Citroen GS vs. 2008 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen GS would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (107 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen GS weights approximately 33 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen GS | 2008 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | GS | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 106 L |
