2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 303 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Ford Focus (183 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1221 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
