2005 Citroen C4 vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C4 and 2005 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 31 kg more than 2005 Citroen C4. 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, 2005 Citroen C4 (215 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C4 | 2005 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C4 | Focus |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 175 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |