2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager and 2009 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 1060 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Focus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
