2007 Citroen C3 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 C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 17 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, 2010 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C3 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.1 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
