2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2013 Ford Focus. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Focus weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2013 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2013 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2013 Ford Focus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Tahoe | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4534 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 47 L |