2009 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Suzuki Lapin
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Lapin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Lapin would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 291 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (124 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. (108 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Lapin.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2001 Suzuki Lapin | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Focus | Lapin |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
