1995 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Beretta (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 24 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Beretta.
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 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Beretta | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Beretta | Focus |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
