Focus vs DS3 Performance
Ford · Citroen
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
210 hp
208 hp
0–100 km/h
6.5s
6.5s
Top speed
220 km/h
230 km/h
Engine
1.0L EcoBoost / 1.5L / 2.0L
I4 Turbo
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
150 - 400 Nm
300 Nm
Price
$25,000
$32,000
Simulated race times
Distance
Focus
DS3 Performance
100 m
6.524s
6.543s
1/8 mile
9.654s
9.659s
1/4 mile
14.537s
14.492s
1 km
26.151s
25.869s
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 Focus or the DS3 Performance?
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 Focus vs the DS3 Performance?
The Focus hits 100 km/h in 6.5 seconds, while the DS3 Performance does it in 6.5 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Focus produces 210 hp; the DS3 Performance produces 208 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Focus tops out at 220 km/h, and the DS3 Performance reaches 230 km/h.
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