1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 606 kg more than 1999 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-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xsara | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3370 mm |
