2009 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2010 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 275 kg more than 2010 Fiat 500. 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 Focus (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Focus | 500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
