1986 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen CX weights approximately 129 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. 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, 2006 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen CX | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Focus |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2620 mm |
