2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2009 Citroen Xsara 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 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (113 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 47 kg more than 2009 Citroen Xsara. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Xsara | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xsara | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1751 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 113 HP |
Torque | 135 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |