2008 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Stilo 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Stilo (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 67 kg more than 2009 Fiat Stilo.
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 Fiat Stilo (256 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2009 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Focus | Stilo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 58 L |