2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 353 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. 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, 2007 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (89 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Focus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1213 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
