1975 Citroen CX vs. 1999 Ford Expedition
To start off, 1999 Ford Expedition is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen CX would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Expedition weights approximately 970 kg more than 1975 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX. 1999 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1975 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1975 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 1999 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3030 mm |
