2009 Ford F-150 vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2009 Ford F-150 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus.
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, 2009 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 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 2009 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-150 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
