2007 Citroen C2 vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2007 Citroen C2 and 2007 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C2. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 159 kg more than 2007 Citroen C2. 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, 2007 Ford Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C2. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C2. 2007 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 2007 Citroen C2 has manual transmission. 2007 Citroen C2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C2 | 2007 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C2 | Focus |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |