2008 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, both 2008 Ford Focus and 2008 Jeep Wrangler were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (196 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 588 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2008 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Focus | Wrangler |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 3777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |