2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-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 (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 888 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.
Because 2010 Ford F-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 2010 Ford F-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, 2010 Ford F-150 (433 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-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 F-150 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 2352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5885 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1887 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
