DS3 Performance vs Focus
Citroen · Ford
1/4 Mile winner
DS3 Performance
Beats the Focus by 0.05s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the DS3 Performance beats the Focus by a hair, finishing 0.05 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the DS3 Performance thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
208 hp
210 hp
0–100 km/h
6.5s
6.5s
Top speed
230 km/h
220 km/h
Engine
I4 Turbo
1.0L EcoBoost / 1.5L / 2.0L
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
300 Nm
150 - 400 Nm
Price
$32,000
$25,000
Simulated race times
Distance
DS3 Performance
Focus
100 m
6.543s
6.524s
1/8 mile
9.659s
9.654s
1/4 mile
14.492s
14.537s
1 km
25.869s
26.151s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Focus is $25,000 vs $32,000 for the DS3 Performance — a $7,000 gap. Top speed: DS3 Performance runs to 230 km/h, 10 km/h higher than Focus.
FAQ
Which is faster, the DS3 Performance or the Focus?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the DS3 Performance is faster, beating the Focus by 0.05 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the DS3 Performance vs the Focus?
The DS3 Performance hits 100 km/h in 6.5 seconds, while the Focus does it in 6.5 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The DS3 Performance produces 208 hp; the Focus produces 210 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The DS3 Performance tops out at 230 km/h, and the Focus reaches 220 km/h.
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