2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,262 cc, 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (151 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 271 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Ford Focus (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2262 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1491 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 53 L |
