2009 Ford Focus vs. 2009 GMC Acadia
To start off, both 2009 Ford Focus and 2009 GMC Acadia were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1155 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
Because 2009 GMC Acadia 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, 2009 GMC Acadia 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, 2009 Ford Focus (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2009 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Focus | Acadia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |