2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2000 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Focus weights approximately 235 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Ford Focus (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Panda | 2000 Ford Focus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Focus |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1241 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |