2010 Ford F-150 vs. 2009 Citroen C3

To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1284 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Ford F-150 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 2010 Ford F-150. 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Ford F-150 2009 Citroen C3
Make Ford Citroen
Model F-150 C3
Year Released 2010 2009
Body Type Pickup Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5400 cc 1360 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 310 HP 87 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 494 Nm 133 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2410 kg 1126 kg
Vehicle Length 5885 mm 3870 mm
Vehicle Width 2004 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1887 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 3670 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 45 L


 

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