2005 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 6 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 92 kg more than 2005 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, 2011 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Ford | Citroen |
Model | Focus | C5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1527 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |