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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C2 (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 107 kg more than 2004 Citroen C2.
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 Citroen C2 (150 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C2 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C2 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1083 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |
