2002 Citroen Saxo 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 Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2002 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 461 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, 2009 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Saxo | Focus |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 953 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
