2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (149 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1866 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 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C3 | Ranger |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |