2008 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta is newer by 2 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. Both 2008 Ford Focus and 2010 Ford Fiesta are equipped with a 1,388 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Fiesta (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 210 kg more than 2010 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2010 Ford Fiesta (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus. 2010 Ford Fiesta has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Fiesta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
