2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C3 and 2005 Ford Expedition were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 218 kg more than 2005 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (147 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C3 | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C3 | Expedition |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 495 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1208 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 106 L |