2010 Ford Ranger vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 177 kg more than 2010 Ford Ranger.
Because 2010 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Ranger | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Ranger | C5 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1447 kg | 1624 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5171 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3193 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 71 L |
