2008 Citroen C1 vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C1 would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Fiesta (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 166 kg more than 2008 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 (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 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 2008 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C1 | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C1 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 12.2 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 | 4140 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |
