2008 Ford E-150 vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150.
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-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford E-150 | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Ford | Citroen |
Model | E-150 | C5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 66 L |