2009 Citroen C2 vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C2 and 2009 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C2 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 418 kg more than 2009 Citroen C2.
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 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C2. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C2. 2009 Citroen C2 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Citroen C2 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C2 | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |