2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 261 kg more than 2008 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, 2009 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C3 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
