1997 Ford F-150 vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 422 kg more than 2011 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-150 | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | F-150 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2820 mm |
