2009 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia

To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Skoda Fabia would be higher. 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 87 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 164 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford Focus 2007 Skoda Fabia
Make Ford Skoda
Model Focus Fabia
Year Released 2009 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1999 cc 1198 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 141 HP 54 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 132 Nm 106 Nm
Torque RPM 6000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.1 mm 86.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 966 kg 1130 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 3970 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.7 L/100km 5.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 45 L


 

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