1994 Citroen XM vs. 2005 Ford F-250
To start off, 2005 Ford F-250 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen XM would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1994 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1360 kg more than 1994 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 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, 2005 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen XM. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen XM | 2005 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | XM | F-250 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 144 L |