2000 Ford Puma vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Puma would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 253 kg more than 2012 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, 2000 Ford Puma (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Puma | C3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
