1994 Citroen Xantia vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1994 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 546 kg more than 1994 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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 F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Xantia | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xantia | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 98 L |
