2009 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Focus would be higher. Both 2009 Ford Focus and 2008 Ford Focus are equipped with a 1,560 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus.
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, both vehicles can yield 215 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Focus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |
