2011 Ford E-350 vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Ford E-350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C4. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1476 kg more than 2010 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Ford E-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2011 Ford E-350 (474 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C4. (200 Nm). This means 2011 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford E-350 | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | E-350 | C4 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5504 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2111 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3505 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 60 L |
