2002 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Citroen C8
To start off, 2010 Citroen C8 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C8 weights approximately 579 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 C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C8 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 C8 | |
Make | Ford | Citroen |
Model | Focus | C8 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |