2004 Citroen C5 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 C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C5 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 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (115 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 330 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, 2009 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 51 L |
