2006 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (222 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 651 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus.
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, 2006 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Focus | Patriot |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2522 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |