2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (188 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 158 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 2003 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C3 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
