2007 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2012 Ford Kuga 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Kuga weights approximately 244 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 2012 Ford Kuga 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 Kuga 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 Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 2012 Ford Kuga | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Focus | Kuga |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |