2007 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 5 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 900 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus. 2012 Ford F-450 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. 2012 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 142 L |
