2004 Fiat Idea vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Idea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Idea would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Idea. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Idea.
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, 2004 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (156 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Idea | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Idea | Focus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
