2004 Citroen C2 vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C2. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1773 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, 2006 Ford Focus (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C2 | Focus |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1083 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.3 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 53 L |