2008 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Citroen C6
To start off, 2011 Citroen C6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C6 (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C6 weights approximately 720 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. 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, 2011 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus. 2011 Citroen C6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Citroen C6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2011 Citroen C6 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Focus | C6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
