2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1994 Ford Royale
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Royale would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Royale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Royale (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Royale should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3.
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 Citroen C3 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 1994 Ford Royale | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C3 | Royale |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
