1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 114 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara. 2009 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1998 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 1998 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xsara | F-150 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3370 mm |