1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 2006 Ford E-350
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1987 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford E-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford E-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen Mehari, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen Mehari | 2006 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Mehari | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3510 mm |
