1988 Citroen C 15 vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1988 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 460 kg more than 1988 Citroen C 15. 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, 2007 Ford Focus (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen C 15 | 2007 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C 15 | Focus |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |