2009 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1606 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Focus | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 24.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 88 L |
