2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara 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 4,604 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 117 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen Xsara 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 Xsara | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xsara | E-250 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
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 | 4380 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 132 L |