2007 Fiat Idea vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Fiat Idea is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 237 kg more than 2007 Fiat Idea. 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, 2007 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Idea | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Idea | Focus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1387 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 58 L |
