2008 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2012 Ford Fiesta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 47 kg more than 2012 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2008 Ford Focus (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2012 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 1169 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
