2005 Ford E-250 vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1181 kg more than 2012 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 E-250 (388 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (161 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-250 | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | E-250 | C3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2304 kg | 1123 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 45 L |
