2009 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Ford F-250
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1742 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 2007 Ford F-250 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, 2007 Ford F-250 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2007 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2892 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 144 L |
