2008 Ford Focus 2.0 SES Coupe vs. 2008 Ford Focus 2.0 RS
To start off, both 2008 Ford Focus 2.0 SES Coupe and 2008 Ford Focus 2.0 RS were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus 2.0 SES Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus 2.0 RS (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus 2.0 SES Coupe. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus 2.0 RS should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus 2.0 SES Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus 2.0 RS weights approximately 173 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus 2.0 SES Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Ford Focus 2.0 RS (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus 2.0 SES Coupe. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus 2.0 RS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus 2.0 SES Coupe. 2008 Ford Focus 2.0 RS has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Focus 2.0 SES Coupe has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Focus 2.0 SES Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Focus 2.0 RS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus 2.0 SES Coupe | 2008 Ford Focus 2.0 RS | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Focus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |
