2004 Citroen Xsara 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 Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen Xsara (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 19 kg more than 2004 Citroen Xsara.
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, 2006 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xsara | Focus |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1292 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |