2009 Citroen C1 vs. 2009 Ford Galaxy
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C1 and 2009 Ford Galaxy were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Galaxy (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 925 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ford Galaxy (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C1 | 2009 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C1 | Galaxy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |