2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C3 and 2005 Ford Ranger were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (153 HP) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 231 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 Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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 Ranger (252 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (115 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C3 | Ranger |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1359 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 153 HP |
Torque | 115 Nm | 252 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |