2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 2002 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (170 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 446 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento. 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, 2002 Ford Focus (197 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 2002 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Seicento | Focus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| 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 | 53 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
