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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 350 kg more than 2009 Citroen C2. 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 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C2. 2009 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C2 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C2 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C2 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |
