2008 Fiat Linea vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Linea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Linea would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 3850 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Linea. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Linea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 Fiat Linea. 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 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Linea. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Linea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Linea | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Linea | Focus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3850 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
