2009 Ford Focus vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (185 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Focus | Korando |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |