2006 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2012 Fiat Fiorino 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 43 kg more than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. 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, 2012 Fiat Fiorino (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2012 Fiat Fiorino | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Focus | Fiorino |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1213 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
