2004 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (229 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 943 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Commander (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus. 2009 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Focus | Commander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 2305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 78 L |
