2012 Ford Expedition vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1152 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 Expedition 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 Expedition. 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 Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Expedition | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Expedition | C5 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 494 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2517 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2002 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3023 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 66 L |
