[zetec]

Hands down the Focus is worth the extra money - not just because I own one. It's bigger inside, bigger boot, safer in a crash, more stable in terms of onroad footprint, more powerful, more torquey, quicker, handles much more maturely because of the Control Blade rear suspension (a HUGE bonus) and is an all round much mmore refined, quiet car. If Bang for your Buck is what you're looking for, then the Fiesta Zetec beats it, in terms of fun, handling and speed per dollar. But in my opinion the Focus is definitely worth the extra spend for safety, handling, refinement, comfort, space and power. Fiesta is still Australia's Best Small Car though!!!! That's for a reason!!!!