2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 52 L |
