2005 Citroen C8 vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C8 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C8 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. 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 C8 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus. 2005 Citroen C8 has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Citroen C8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C8 | 2005 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C8 | Focus |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1242 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |