2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 7 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 1,628 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C3 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Ford C-Max. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 375 kg more than 2003 Citroen C3.
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, 2010 Ford C-Max (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C3 | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1628 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2788 mm |
