2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 551 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350.
Because 2010 Ford F-350 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 2010 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2010 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1517 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 144 L |
