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 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (70 HP @ 5750 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 406 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 (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (95 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.
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 | 999 cc | 1751 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |