2001 Citroen C3 vs. 1995 Ford Aspire
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Aspire would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Aspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Aspire (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Aspire should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C3 weights approximately 48 kg more than 1995 Ford Aspire.
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, 2001 Citroen C3 (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C3 | 1995 Ford Aspire | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C3 | Aspire |
Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 37 L |