2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 333 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xsara | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1323 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 95 L |
