2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 7 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C3 weights approximately 78 kg more than 2008 Ford Bantam.
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, 2008 Ford Bantam (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 2008 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C3 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 54 L |
