2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2002 Ford Tonka

To start off, both 2002 Citroen C3 and 2002 Ford Tonka were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Tonka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Tonka (128 HP) has 56 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Tonka should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Tonka weights approximately 222 kg more than 2002 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Ford Tonka is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Tonka 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, 2002 Ford Tonka (814 Nm) has 696 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (118 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3. 2002 Ford Tonka has automatic transmission and 2002 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2002 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford Tonka will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Citroen C3 2002 Ford Tonka
Make Citroen Ford
Model C3 Tonka
Year Released 2002 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1358 cc 6000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 72 HP 128 HP
Torque 118 Nm 814 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1302 kg
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 6150 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 2370 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 2140 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 4200 mm


 

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