2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Focus weights approximately 255 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. 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, 2010 Ford Focus (184 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm). This means 2010 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 2010 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Focus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 935 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1722 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2614 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 51 L |
