2008 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Focus would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus.
Because 2010 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford Ranger (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3193 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 74 L |
