2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C3 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 173 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. 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 Citroen C3 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C3 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C3 | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 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 | 1202 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |