2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (476 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 132 L |
