2009 Ford Taurus vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 153 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
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 Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Taurus | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Ford | Citroen |
Model | Taurus | C3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |