2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C5 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 589 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, 2009 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C5 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C5 | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |