2005 Citroen C vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Citroen C. 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, 2007 Ford Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C | Focus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
