2008 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione

To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Focus would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 138 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 2009 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 2009 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2009 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 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
Make Ford Alfa Romeo
Model Focus 8C Competizione
Year Released 2008 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1560 cc 4691 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 90 HP 444 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 215 Nm 480 Nm
Torque RPM 1850 RPM 4750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.3:1 11.3
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 174 km/hour 292 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 13.1 seconds 4.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1362 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1260 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2600 mm


 

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