2009 Fiat 500 vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 314 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500.
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 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat 500 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 500 | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.4 mm |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1244 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |