2009 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Citroen C8
To start off, 2010 Citroen C8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C8 (127 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C8 weights approximately 472 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, 2010 Citroen C8 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2010 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Ford | Citroen |
Model | Focus | C8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 13.6 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 | 1311 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |