2005 Ford F-150 vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1002 kg more than 2010 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford F-150 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 F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 F-150 (342 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C3. (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | F-150 | C3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1123 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
