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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C8 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 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 334 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 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C8 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C8 | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1751 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |