1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Ford F-350
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Xsara 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) has 288 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-350 weights approximately 188 kg more than 1997 Citroen Xsara. 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 1997 Citroen Xsara. 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 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xsara | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 362 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 6240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 110 L |
