2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C3 and 2009 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C3 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 157 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (109 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C3 | 2009 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C3 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 71.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1123 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |