2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C5 and 2005 Ford Expedition were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 27 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C5 | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C5 | Expedition |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5408 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 495 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1298 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 106 L |