2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2002 Ford F-250

To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1098 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Citroen C3 2002 Ford F-250
Make Citroen Ford
Model C3 F-250
Year Released 2009 2002
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 5407 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 108 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 147 Nm 474 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1252 kg 2350 kg
Vehicle Length 3940 mm 5760 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1570 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 3490 mm


 

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