2009 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Jeep Patriot
To start off, both 2009 Ford Focus and 2009 Jeep Patriot were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 594 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 2009 Jeep Patriot 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 Jeep Patriot 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 Jeep Patriot (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Focus | Patriot |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |