1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 14 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 948 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara. 2012 Ford F-450 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. 2012 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xsara | F-450 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 1085 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 6680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2438 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2024 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 4379 mm |