2009 Ford F-250 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 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2011 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Focus weights approximately 224 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
Because 2009 Ford F-250 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-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-250 | 2011 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-250 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1722 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2614 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 51 L |
