2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Ford F-350
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C3 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
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 F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 2008 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C3 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 144 L |
