2004 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 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 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 345 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, 2004 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Ford | Citroen |
Model | Focus | C5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1624 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2820 mm |