2008 Ford Focus 1.8 Turnier Viva vs. 2008 Ford Focus 2.0 ST 170

To start off, both 2008 Ford Focus 1.8 Turnier Viva and 2008 Ford Focus 2.0 ST 170 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus 2.0 ST 170 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus 2.0 ST 170 (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus 1.8 Turnier Viva. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus 2.0 ST 170 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus 1.8 Turnier Viva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus 2.0 ST 170 weights approximately 41 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus 1.8 Turnier Viva. 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, 2008 Ford Focus 2.0 ST 170 (196 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus 1.8 Turnier Viva. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus 2.0 ST 170 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus 1.8 Turnier Viva.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Ford Focus 1.8 Turnier Viva 2008 Ford Focus 2.0 ST 170
Make Ford Ford
Model Focus Focus
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 1988 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 113 HP 171 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 160 Nm 196 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80.6 mm 84.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.6 seconds 8.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1242 kg 1283 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.7 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 55 L


 

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