2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 434 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio. 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, 2009 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio. 2009 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Palio | Focus |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2650 mm |