2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio 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 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (222 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 507 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, 2007 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Focus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
