1973 Citroen SM vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen SM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen SM would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1973 Citroen SM. (171 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen SM weights approximately 206 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Citroen SM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen SM. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Citroen SM | 2006 Ford Escape | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | SM | Escape |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2670 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1244 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 62 L |