2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Ford Puma
To start off, 2005 Ford Puma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Puma (100 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C3 weights approximately 18 kg more than 2005 Ford Puma.
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, 2005 Ford Puma (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2005 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C3 | Puma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
