2007 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 82 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Commander 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, 2009 Jeep Commander 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, 2009 Jeep Commander (527 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus. 2009 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Focus | Commander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
