2001 Citroen C5 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 C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 184 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
