2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 8 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), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C3 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition 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, 2009 Ford Expedition 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C3 | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C3 | Expedition |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3330 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 127 L |