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. Both 2009 Citroen C8 and 2009 Ford Focus are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 321 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C8. (270 Nm @ 1750 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 | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |