2009 Dodge Journey vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Journey 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Journey (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus.
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 Dodge Journey (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (155 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 2009 Dodge Journey has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Journey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Journey | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Journey | Focus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 53 L |
