2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max is newer by 11 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford C-Max (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford C-Max weights approximately 452 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.
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, 2011 Ford C-Max (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C3 | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2788 mm |
