2007 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus.
Because 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (213 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Focus | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
