2003 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Ford Focus

To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen Xsara (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 140 kg more than 2003 Citroen Xsara.

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, 2007 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Xsara. 2007 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 2003 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2003 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Citroen Xsara 2007 Ford Focus
Make Citroen Ford
Model Xsara Focus
Year Released 2003 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 192 km/hour 203 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1318 kg 1458 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.6 L/100km 5.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 53 L


 

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