2009 Citroen C8 vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C8 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C8 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 671 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 C8 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 2009 Citroen C8 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 C8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C8 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C8 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1171 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
