2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 6 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Because 2011 Ford F-450 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 975 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara. 2011 Ford F-450 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. 2011 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Xsara | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xsara | F-450 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 1085 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 6680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2438 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2024 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 4379 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 142 L |