2007 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 2 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 25 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ford Focus (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Focus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
