2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2009 Ford Fiesta 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 261 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (196 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Fiesta | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Fiesta | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1283 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |