2010 Ford E-250 vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford E-250 (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford E-250 weights approximately 765 kg more than 2012 Citroen C3. 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, 2010 Ford E-250 (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3. 2010 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 2012 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2012 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford E-250 | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | E-250 | C3 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4717 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1702 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2824 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
