1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 8 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), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (476 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (199 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1999 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 1999 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xsara | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3510 mm |
