2006 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 158 kg more than 2010 Citroen C3. 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, 2010 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Focus | C3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
