2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Ford Expedition

To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 819 kg more than 2009 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Ford Expedition 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 2010 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5, 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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Citroen C5 2010 Ford Expedition
Make Citroen Ford
Model C5 Expedition
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2946 cc 5400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 208 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 290 Nm 494 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Flex Fuel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1836 kg 2655 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 5621 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 2002 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1974 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 3327 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 71 L 127 L