2012 Ford E-150 vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, both 2012 Ford E-150 and 2012 Citroen C4 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 117 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1006 kg more than 2012 Citroen C4. 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, 2012 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, 2012 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C4. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C4. 2012 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 2012 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2012 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford E-150 | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | E-150 | C4 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2611 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5504 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2085 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3505 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |
