2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Ford E-350
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1170 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (147 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 2004 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C3 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 2422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 132 L |
