2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C3 weights approximately 286 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C3 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C3 | Focus |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 51 L |