2009 Fiat Idea vs. 2009 Ford Focus

To start off, both 2009 Fiat Idea and 2009 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Idea. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Idea weights approximately 184 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.

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 Ford Focus (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Idea. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Idea.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Fiat Idea 2009 Ford Focus
Make Fiat Ford
Model Idea Focus
Year Released 2009 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1368 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 94 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 128 Nm 132 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 6000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 83.1 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1150 kg 966 kg
Vehicle Length 3940 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Height 1670 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.6 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 70 L


 

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