2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Palio II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Palio II would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 123 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Palio II | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Palio II | Focus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 53 L |