1986 Citroen Mehari vs. 2006 Ford E-150
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Mehari.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Mehari | 2006 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Mehari | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3510 mm |
