1994 Citroen XM vs. 2007 Ford E-150
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 13 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1994 Citroen XM. (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen XM.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen XM. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen XM. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1994 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1994 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 2007 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | XM | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 132 L |
