2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Ford E-150
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP) has 152 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 2004 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2004 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xsara | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 226 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 132 L |
