2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Ford F-150
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-150 (231 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (161 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Because 2007 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 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, 2007 Ford F-150 (397 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (200 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara. 2007 Ford F-150 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 F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xsara | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 4150 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 135 L |
