2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 699 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 F-150 (343 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (115 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 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 F-150 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C3 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 95 L |
