2009 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, both 2009 Ford Focus and 2009 Porsche Cayman were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,385 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 63 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 Porsche Cayman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Focus | Cayman |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3385 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 96.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |