2009 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Scion xB
To start off, both 2009 Ford Focus and 2009 Scion xB were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Scion xB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Scion xB (156 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Scion xB 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, 2009 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Scion xB. (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Scion xB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2009 Scion xB | |
| Make | Ford | Scion |
| Model | Focus | xB |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
