2005 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Jeep Patriot

To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 608 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot 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, 2005 Ford Focus (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Focus 2009 Jeep Patriot
Make Ford Jeep
Model Focus Patriot
Year Released 2005 2009
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 2360 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 132 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 224 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 97 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1435 kg 2043 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4420 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 51 L


 

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