1974 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 32 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 450 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 2006 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred 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 Five Hundred (281 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (161 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 2006 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | CX | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 281 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |