2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Ford E-150
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 582 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
Because 2009 Ford E-150 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 2009 Ford E-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5, 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, 2009 Ford E-150 (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2009 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 132 L |
