1986 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 21 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 81 kg more than 1986 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, 2007 Ford Focus (216 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | CX | Focus |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 177 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 | 1230 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |