2006 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C4 weights approximately 53 kg more than 2006 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 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C4. (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Ford | Citroen |
Model | Focus | C4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |