2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Five Hundred would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C4 weights approximately 162 kg more than 2006 Ford Five Hundred.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C4. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C4. 2006 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 2010 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2010 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Five Hundred | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Ford | Citroen |
Model | Five Hundred | C4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |