2012 Ford E-150 vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Ford E-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1056 kg more than 2011 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford E-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 2012 Ford E-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2012 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford E-150 | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | E-150 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2611 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5504 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2085 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3505 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 66 L |
