2007 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2010 Fiat Idea is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Idea (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 161 kg more than 2010 Fiat Idea.
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, 2010 Fiat Idea (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (216 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 2010 Fiat Idea | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Focus | Idea |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 11.5 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 | 1311 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |