2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xsara | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 132 L |
