2004 Citroen C 15 vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C 15.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 965 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C 15. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C 15 | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C 15 | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 142 L |
