1990 Citroen C 15 vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 607 kg more than 1990 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, 2004 Ford Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen C 15 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C 15 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 53 L |
