2005 Citroen C vs. 2007 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2007 Ford Fusion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fusion. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fusion weights approximately 37 kg more than 2005 Citroen C.
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, 2007 Ford Fusion (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C | 2007 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C | Fusion |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |