2009 Ford F-150 vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Focus would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (311 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 396 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus. 2009 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford F-150 | 2008 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | F-150 | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 53 L |