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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
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 (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 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 | 1242 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |