2009 Ford Focus 2.0 Si vs. 2009 Ford Focus 1.8 TDCi Trend
To start off, both 2009 Ford Focus 2.0 Si and 2009 Ford Focus 1.8 TDCi Trend were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus 2.0 Si is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus 2.0 Si (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus 1.8 TDCi Trend. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus 2.0 Si should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus 1.8 TDCi Trend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus 1.8 TDCi Trend weights approximately 330 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus 2.0 Si.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Focus 1.8 TDCi Trend (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus 2.0 Si. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus 1.8 TDCi Trend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus 2.0 Si.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus 2.0 Si | 2009 Ford Focus 1.8 TDCi Trend | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Focus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
