1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1966 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa. 2006 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1984 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1984 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Visa | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 106 L |
