2009 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Splash is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Splash. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Splash weights approximately 84 kg more 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 (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Splash. (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2010 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Focus | Splash |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 74.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
