2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C3 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 Citroen C3. 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 Citroen C3 (143 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C3 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C3 | Focus |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |