2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Ford Bantam
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C3 and 2009 Ford Bantam were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 142 kg more than 2009 Ford Bantam.
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 Ford Bantam (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3. 2009 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Bantam has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Bantam will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C3 | 2009 Ford Bantam | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C3 | Bantam |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1126 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |