2002 Ford Explorer vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 453 kg more than 2009 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer 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, 2002 Ford Explorer (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Explorer | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Explorer | C5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
