2008 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 5 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (118 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 190 kg more than 2013 Ford Fiesta. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
