2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2002 Ford Ka
To start off, both 2002 Citroen C3 and 2002 Ford Ka were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C3 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C3 weights approximately 218 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Citroen C3 (108 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C3 | 2002 Ford Ka | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C3 | Ka |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |