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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 108 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 252 kg more than 2004 Citroen C3.
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 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3. 2004 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 2004 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2004 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C3 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
