1974 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1566 kg more than 1974 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 3016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3490 mm |
