2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C3 and 2004 Ford Mustang were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (190 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 359 kg more than 2004 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (298 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (116 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C3 | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C3 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 3802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |