2010 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, both 2010 Ford Focus and 2010 Citroen C5 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 252 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Citroen C5 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Focus. 2010 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford Focus | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Ford | Citroen |
Model | Focus | C5 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4445 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1722 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1488 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2614 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 66 L |