2005 Ford F-350 vs. 2008 Citroen C5
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 319 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350.
Because 2005 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 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-350 (621 Nm) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-350 | 2008 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | F-350 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 68 L |
