2012 Ford Explorer vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Ford Explorer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Explorer (290 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Explorer weights approximately 944 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.
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, 2012 Ford Explorer (345 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Explorer | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Explorer | C3 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2067 kg | 1123 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5006 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2004 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1788 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
