2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Ford E-250
To start off, 2005 Ford E-250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1129 kg more than 2003 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (143 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 2005 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C3 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1628 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 132 L |
