2002 Fiat Palio vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Palio. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Palio weights approximately 59 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
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 (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Fiat Palio | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Palio | Focus |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |