2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 6 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C3 weights approximately 37 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
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 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C3 | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C3 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |