2002 Citroen Saxo vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 557 kg more than 2002 Citroen Saxo. 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, 2008 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen Saxo | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Saxo | Focus |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 953 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
