2004 Fiat Panda 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 Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Panda 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 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Ford Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 2007 Ford Focus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Focus |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |