1975 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1466 kg more than 1975 Citroen CX.
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, 1975 Citroen CX (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Focus |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2650 mm |
