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 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 463 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.

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 (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 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
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1999 cc 3960 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 141 HP 0 HP
Torque 184 Nm 296 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 8.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1107 kg 1570 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 3890 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.1 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 51 L 72 L


 

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