2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1993 Ford Laser
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C3 (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1993 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Laser weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3.
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, 1993 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3. 2000 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Laser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 1993 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C3 | Laser |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
