2009 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2009 Ford Focus

To start off, both 2009 Chrysler 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Voyager (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 749 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, 2009 Chrysler Voyager (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chrysler Voyager 2009 Ford Focus
Make Chrysler Ford
Model Voyager Focus
Year Released 2009 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2429 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 145 HP 105 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 78 mm
Engine Stroke Size 101 mm 83.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 183 km/hour 210 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1920 kg 1171 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.1 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 55 L


 

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