2009 Citroen C1 vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C1 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C1 | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C1 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |