1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 14 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 131 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Xantia | 2010 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xantia | Focus |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1762 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1174 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4445 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1725 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2614 mm |