2000 Citroen C1 vs. 2000 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2000 Citroen C1 and 2000 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Focus weights approximately 315 kg more than 2000 Citroen C1. 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, 2000 Ford Focus (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C1 | 2000 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C1 | Focus |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |