2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2005 Ford Bantam is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,753 cc, 2005 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C3 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (59 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Bantam weights approximately 20 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, 2000 Citroen C3 (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 2005 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C3 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1753 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1118 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |
