2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 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 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster 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, 2008 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (155 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 11.9 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 | 1452 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 53 L |
