2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Focus (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 296 kg more than 2012 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 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 2012 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1337 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 47 L |
