2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2005 Ford Maverick is newer by 4 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 2,288 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Maverick weights approximately 537 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.
Because 2005 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Ford Maverick (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 2005 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C3 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.6 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 62 L |
