2011 Ford S-Max vs. 2012 Citroen C1
To start off, 2012 Citroen C1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford S-Max. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford S-Max would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford S-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford S-Max (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford S-Max should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford S-Max weights approximately 943 kg more than 2012 Citroen C1. 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, 2011 Ford S-Max (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford S-Max | 2012 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | S-Max | C1 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 41 L |
