2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 134 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Ford Focus (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 1999 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C5 | Focus |
Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |