2006 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 7 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1784 kg more than 2013 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 (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 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 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Focus | 500 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 40 L |