2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Contour would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (201 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Contour weights approximately 280 kg more than 2001 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 Contour (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 2000 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C3 | Contour |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |
