2003 Citroen C vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 2003 Citroen C has manual transmission. 2003 Citroen C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C | E-250 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 132 L |