2011 Ford Maverick vs. 2011 Citroen C3

To start off, both 2011 Ford Maverick and 2011 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,288 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Maverick weights approximately 395 kg more than 2011 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Ford Maverick (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3. 2011 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Maverick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Ford Maverick 2011 Citroen C3
Make Ford Citroen
Model Maverick C3
Year Released 2011 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2288 cc 1398 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 161 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 171 km/hour 165 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.5 seconds 13.4 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1518 kg 1123 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 3870 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.9 L/100km 4.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 45 L


 

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