1995 Citroen C vs. 1995 Ford Falcon
To start off, both 1995 Citroen C and 1995 Ford Falcon were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,705 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Falcon (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1995 Citroen C. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Falcon weights approximately 735 kg more than 1995 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Ford Falcon 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 1995 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Citroen C, 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, 1995 Ford Falcon (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen C. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Citroen C | 1995 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C | Falcon |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 952 cc | 3705 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 398 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |