2005 Fiat Panda 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 Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 (185 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Focus |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 51 L |