2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C4 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 132 L |
