2004 Citroen C4 vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 5 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C4 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
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 (318 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C4 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C4 | Focus |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |