2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2001 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 2001 Citroen C3 and 2001 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C3 (72 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C3 weights approximately 331 kg more than 2001 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2001 Citroen C3 (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C3 | 2001 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C3 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 16 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |