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 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 113 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Ford Focus (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 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 | 1596 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
