2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Ford Fiesta

To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fiesta (95 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C3 weights approximately 198 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta.

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, 2009 Ford Fiesta (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Citroen C3 2009 Ford Fiesta
Make Citroen Ford
Model C3 Fiesta
Year Released 2008 2009
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1360 cc 1388 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 72 HP 95 HP
Torque 116 Nm 128 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 76 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 167 km/hour 175 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 14.5 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 1164 kg 966 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 6.5 L/100km 5.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 45 L


 

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