2009 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Proton Satria
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Proton Satria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Proton Satria would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Proton Satria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Proton Satria (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Proton Satria should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 203 kg more than 2008 Proton Satria.
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 (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Proton Satria. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Proton Satria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2008 Proton Satria | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Focus | Satria |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
