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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 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 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |