2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2011 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1347 kg more than 2011 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Focus. 2009 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2011 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Focus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1722 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2614 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 51 L |
