2004 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Citroen C8
To start off, 2010 Citroen C8 is newer by 6 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C8 weights approximately 387 kg more than 2004 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, 2010 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus. 2010 Citroen C8 has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Citroen C8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2010 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Focus | C8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
