2006 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Citroen C1
To start off, 2011 Citroen C1 is newer by 5 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 511 kg more than 2011 Citroen C1. 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, 2006 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2011 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Focus | C1 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 41 L |
