1994 Citroen XM vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 12 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 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 Citroen XM. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1363 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 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | XM | F-250 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2963 cc | 4198 cc |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1493 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 144 L |