2005 Citroen C vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C and 2005 Ford Excursion were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (252 HP) has 193 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2270 kg more than 2005 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 5405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 252 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 3215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 167 L |
