2009 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Swift (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 131 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Swift.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Swift. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2007 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Focus | Swift |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
