2008 Ford Territory vs. 2008 Ford Focus

To start off, both 2008 Ford Territory and 2008 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,984 cc, 2008 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Territory weights approximately 909 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.

Because 2008 Ford Territory 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 2008 Ford Territory. 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, 2008 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus. 2008 Ford Territory has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Territory will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Ford Territory 2008 Ford Focus
Make Ford Ford
Model Territory Focus
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Crossover Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3984 cc 1999 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 140 HP
Torque 380 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92.3 mm 87.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.3 mm 83.1 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 10.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2016 kg 1107 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 5.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 51 L


 

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