2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus is newer by 10 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 1036 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus 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, 2010 Ford Taurus (474 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C3 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
