2006 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2008 Ford Ikon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ikon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ikon (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ikon should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C3 weights approximately 136 kg more than 2008 Ford Ikon.
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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C3 | 2008 Ford Ikon | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C3 | Ikon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |