2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C5 and 2006 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 153 kg more than 2006 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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C5 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C5 | Focus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 53 L |