2004 Citroen C2 vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C2 and 2004 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (128 HP) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C2. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 405 kg more than 2004 Citroen C2. 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, 2004 Ford Focus (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C2 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C2 | Focus |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 128 HP |
Torque | 118 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2490 mm |