2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1494 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 2005 Ford F-150 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, 2005 Ford F-150 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (496 Nm) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (115 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2005 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C3 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 2499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |
