2001 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 418 kg more than 2001 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2005 Ford Focus (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta | Focus |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
