2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Ford Galaxy
To start off, both 2007 Citroen C3 and 2007 Ford Galaxy were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Galaxy (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 587 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Ford Galaxy (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C3 | 2007 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C3 | Galaxy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |