2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Ford F-350
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-350 weights approximately 606 kg more than 2000 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-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xsara | F-350 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3490 mm |