2008 Fiat Punto 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 Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Punto (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 276 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto.
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 (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Punto | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Punto | Focus |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |