2004 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 7 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C4 weights approximately 249 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, 2011 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Focus | C4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 14.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
