2006 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1604 kg more than 2011 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, 2006 Ford Focus (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Focus | C3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
