1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 2002 Ford Focus
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 235 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus.
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, 1996 Citroen Xantia (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Xantia | 2002 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xantia | Focus |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |