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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 79 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 21 kg more than 2009 Fiat Idea.
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 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Idea. (114 Nm @ 4000 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 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1171 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |