2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Ford Mustang

To start off, both 2005 Citroen C3 and 2005 Ford Mustang were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (72 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 485 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.

Because 2005 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mustang (434 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (118 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang
Make Citroen Ford
Model C3 Mustang
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1360 cc 4603 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 72 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 3300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 118 Nm 434 Nm
Engine Bore Size 75.1 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 9.8:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1565 kg
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.3 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 61 L


 

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