2005 Citroen C vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C and 2005 Ford Ranger were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 28 kg more than 2005 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger 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, 2005 Ford Ranger (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C | Ranger |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1208 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 82 L |