2007 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Ford E-350
To start off, 2008 Ford E-350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C5. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 512 kg more than 2008 Ford E-350.
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, 2008 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C5 | 2008 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C5 | E-350 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 6030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 132 L |