2005 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2011 Fiat Sedici is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Sedici (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 33 kg more than 2011 Fiat Sedici.
Because 2011 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Sedici will offer significantly more control. 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 Focus (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Sedici.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2011 Fiat Sedici | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Focus | Sedici |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
