2005 Citroen C vs. 2011 Ford S-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford S-Max is newer by 6 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford S-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford S-Max (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford S-Max should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford S-Max weights approximately 603 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.
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, 2011 Ford S-Max (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 2011 Ford S-Max | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C | S-Max |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
