2000 Citroen C1 vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2000 Citroen C1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Maverick (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Maverick weights approximately 975 kg more than 2000 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Ford Maverick (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C1 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
