2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Ford F-450
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C3 and 2009 Ford F-450 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-450 (326 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3.
Because 2009 Ford F-450 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 2009 Ford F-450. 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, 2009 Ford F-450 (814 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 574 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C3 | 2009 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C3 | F-450 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 814 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 6670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 4390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 144 L |