2009 Citroen C2 vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C2 and 2009 Ford E-350 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP) has 183 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C2. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C2 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Because 2009 Ford E-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 2009 Ford E-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C2, 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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C2. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C2. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C2 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C2 | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C2 | E-350 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 255 HP |
Torque | 118 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 132 L |