2009 Fiat Sedici vs. 2009 Ford Focus

To start off, both 2009 Fiat Sedici 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 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Sedici. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 260 kg more than 2009 Fiat Sedici. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 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, 2009 Ford Focus (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 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 2009 Ford Focus
Make Fiat Ford
Model Sedici Focus
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Hatchback Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1586 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 106 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 185 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78.1 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 83.1 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.8 seconds 10.3 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1265 kg 1525 kg
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.1 L/100km 7.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 55 L