2009 Citroen C6 vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C6 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C6 (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C6 weights approximately 559 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 C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 2009 Citroen C6 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 C6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C6 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C6 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
