2009 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Jeep Commander

To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Commander would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (323 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1389 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 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 2007 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford Focus 2007 Jeep Commander
Make Ford Jeep
Model Focus Commander
Year Released 2009 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1999 cc 5654 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 141 HP 323 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 132 Nm 500 Nm
Torque RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 99.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.1 mm 90.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 966 kg 2355 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.7 L/100km 15.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 80 L