2005 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Citroen C8
To start off, 2007 Citroen C8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C8 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C8 weights approximately 468 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, 2007 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2007 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Ford | Citroen |
Model | Focus | C8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |