2002 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C4. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C4 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2002 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, 2010 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Focus | C4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |
