2006 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2006 Citroen C3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fiesta (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 111 kg more than 2006 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Citroen C3 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C3 | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C3 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1097 kg | 1208 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
