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 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 685 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, 2009 Ford Focus (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 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 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
