2005 Ford F-150 vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1017 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (496 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | F-150 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2499 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
