2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C3 and 2008 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 219 kg more than 2008 Citroen C3.
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, 2008 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C3 | 2008 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C3 | Focus |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 116 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |