2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 2 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 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1766 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 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C3 | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C3 | F-250 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4198 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 144 L |