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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Sedici is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Sedici (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 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 52 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, 2011 Fiat Sedici (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
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 | 1596 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 11.2 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 | 1452 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
