2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 899 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 2013 Ford F-150 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1694 kg | 2593 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 6195 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3988 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 136 L |
