2004 Citroen C4 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 C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C4 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 45 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1607 kg more than 2004 Citroen C4. 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 C4 (216 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C4 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C4 | Focus |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2862 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |