2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 43 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus.
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, 2007 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C4 | 2007 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C4 | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1213 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |