2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 71 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
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 Citroen Xsara (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xsara | Focus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
