2008 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Citi would be higher. At 1,423 cc, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 319 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
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 (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Focus | Citi |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1423 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 10.8 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 | 1176 kg | 857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 49 L |
