2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Ford Ka
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C3 and 2005 Ford Ka were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (72 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ka weights approximately 56 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.
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, 2005 Ford Ka (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ka 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 Ka | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C3 | Ka |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1136 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |