2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 1 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 562 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 2007 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 2007 Ford Focus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Ducato | Focus |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |