2012 Citroen C6 vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Citroen C6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C6 (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C6 weights approximately 690 kg more than 2006 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, 2012 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Citroen C6 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C6 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
