2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 7 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C3 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C3 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
