2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 273 kg more than 2009 Fiat Ducato.
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 Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Ducato | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Ducato | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1213 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |