2009 Ford Flex vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Flex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Flex would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2013 Ford Focus. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Focus weights approximately 368 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
Because 2009 Ford Flex is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex 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 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Flex | 2013 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Flex | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4534 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |