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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C3 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 158 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Citroen C3 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (123 Nm @ 3500 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 | 1397 cc | 1386 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |