2005 Fiat Idea vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Idea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Idea would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 3850 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Idea. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Fiat Idea. 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 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Idea. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Idea | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Idea | Focus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3850 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| 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 | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
