2007 Ford F-450 vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford F-450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford F-450 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-450 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C5.
Because 2007 Ford F-450 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 2007 Ford F-450. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5, 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, 2007 Ford F-450 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C5. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C5. 2010 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford F-450 has manual transmission. 2007 Ford F-450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford F-450 | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Ford | Citroen |
Model | F-450 | C5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3590 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 68 L |