2006 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 248 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. 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, 2006 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Focus | 500 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 40 L |