2005 Ford Fiesta 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 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fiesta 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 81 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 141 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
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 (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Fiesta | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Fiesta | Focus |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |