2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1061 kg more than 2004 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1591 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 106 L |
