2007 Ford E-250 vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 2012 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2012 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-250 | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | E-250 | C3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 45 L |
