2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 2,262 cc, 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (151 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Fiat Palio. 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, 2006 Ford Focus (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Focus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2262 cc |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |
