2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 10 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1590 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 2012 Ford F-150 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, 2012 Ford F-150 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3. 2012 Ford F-150 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. 2012 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C3 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 136 L |
