2007 Citroen C8 vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2007 Citroen C8 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 134 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C8 weights approximately 207 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C8 | 2007 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C8 | Focus |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1438 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |