1996 Citroen Saxo vs. 2006 Ford F-350
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-350 weights approximately 273 kg more than 1996 Citroen Saxo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen Saxo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 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-350 (621 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Saxo | 2006 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Saxo | F-350 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 6801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 621 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 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 | 935 kg | 1208 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 6240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3970 mm |