2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 31 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2005 Ford Fiesta (162 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta | Focus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
