1993 Ford Contour vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C3 weights approximately 166 kg more than 1993 Ford Contour.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Citroen C3 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Contour | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Contour | C3 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
