1984 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 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 13 kg more than 1984 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, 2006 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen CX. (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Focus |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
