2007 Fiat Panda 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 Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 614 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.
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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Focus |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 53 L |