2005 Fiat Multipla vs. 2002 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Fiat Multipla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Multipla. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 384 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus.
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, 2002 Ford Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Multipla | 2002 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Multipla | Focus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 59 L |
