2005 Ford Fusion vs. 2012 Citroen C1
To start off, 2012 Citroen C1 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fusion (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C1 weights approximately 321 kg more than 2005 Ford Fusion.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Fusion (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fusion | 2012 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Fusion | C1 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
