2010 Ford F-150 vs. 2008 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1022 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford F-150 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 F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford F-150 | 2008 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Ford | Citroen |
Model | F-150 | C5 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 494 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2549 kg | 1527 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5885 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2004 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1887 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 136 L | 68 L |