2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2011 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Ford Focus is newer by 7 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 234 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C5 | Focus |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1424 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4445 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1722 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2614 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 51 L |