2009 Ford Focus vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 413 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
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2009 Ford Focus | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Focus | Korando |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |