2005 Fiat Siena 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 Siena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Siena would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Siena. (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 342 kg more than 2005 Fiat Siena. 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 (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Siena. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Siena.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Fiat Siena 2006 Ford Focus
Make Fiat Ford
Model Siena Focus
Year Released 2005 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 999 cc 1753 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 70 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 95 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1850 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1020 kg 1362 kg
Vehicle Length 4110 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2650 mm


 

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