2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Ford E-150
To start off, 2010 Ford E-150 is newer by 9 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 4,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford E-150 (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford E-150 weights approximately 302 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Ford E-150 (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |
