2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 4,200 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C4. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 361 kg more than 2011 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C4. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | F-250 | C4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1560 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 60 L |
