2001 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C3 weights approximately 158 kg more than 2001 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 Ford Focus (386 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C3. (245 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Focus | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Focus | C3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
