2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Ford Fusion
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C3 and 2008 Ford Fusion were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fusion (74 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C3 weights approximately 19 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion.
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, 2008 Citroen C3 (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fusion. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C3 | 2008 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C3 | Fusion |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 116 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 71.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 15.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |