2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (127 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 457 kg more than 2009 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, 2002 Citroen C8 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C8 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C8 | Focus |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |