2001 Citroen Xsara 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 Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (144 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 138 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, 2001 Citroen Xsara (250 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (202 Nm). This means 2001 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xsara | Focus |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 53 L |
