2009 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
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 Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 3850 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 132 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Focus | Ranger |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1752 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 3850 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 16 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1303 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |