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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) 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 260 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 (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 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 | 1123 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |