2009 Ford Focus vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 721 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (341 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Focus | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Focus | Rexton |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1386 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 14 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1897 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |