2009 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, both 2009 Ford Focus and 2009 Toyota RAV4 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,545 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 77 kg more than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
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 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (155 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 2009 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |