2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2002 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 219 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio. 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, 2002 Ford Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2002 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Focus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 59 L |
