2004 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,752 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 274 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2004 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2009 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
