2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Palio II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Palio II would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Palio II (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 241 kg more than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
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 (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 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 2007 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Palio II | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Palio II | Focus |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |