2000 Citroen Xanae 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 Xanae. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xanae would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xanae. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xanae weights approximately 27 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Ford Focus (184 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (142 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xanae.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xanae | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xanae | Focus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
