2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 8 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 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (222 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 13 kg more than 2000 Citroen C5. 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, 2008 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1379 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
