2007 Fiat Strada 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 Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada. 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 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (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 Strada. 2009 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Strada | Focus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
