2004 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. 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 Ford Focus (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Focus | Citi |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1421 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 11.3 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 | 1244 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
