2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C4 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 309 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 C4, 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C4 | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C4 | E-350 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 15 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 132 L |