2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 7 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 72 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5.
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 (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 53 L |
