2007 Citroen C1 vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C1 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 166 kg more than 2007 Citroen C1. 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, 2010 Ford Fiesta (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C1 | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C1 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |