2008 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, both 2008 Ford Focus and 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 284 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Focus | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 292 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |