1999 Ford Expedition vs. 2012 Citroen C6
To start off, 2012 Citroen C6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C6. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Expedition weights approximately 545 kg more than 2012 Citroen C6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen C6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition 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, 1999 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C6. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Expedition | 2012 Citroen C6 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Expedition | C6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 72 L |
