2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Ford Ka
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 Ford Ka.
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 (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C3 | 2008 Ford Ka | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C3 | Ka |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1136 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |