2000 Citroen C1 vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C1 would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 400 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, 2005 Ford Focus (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C1 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 128 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 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
