2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Taurus X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Taurus X would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (264 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
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 Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus X | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Taurus X | C5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
