2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 6,799 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1744 kg more than 2006 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (241 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2006 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2006 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C5 | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C5 | Excursion |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 6799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 576 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1517 kg | 3261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 167 L |