2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Ford E-150
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 3 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), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 2006 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C3 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 132 L |
