2009 Fiat Sedici vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Fiat Sedici 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Sedici. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 145 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
Because 2009 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Sedici will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Ford Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Sedici.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Sedici | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Sedici | Focus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
