2009 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 2 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus.
Because 2011 Dodge Durango 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 2011 Dodge Durango. 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, 2011 Dodge Durango (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 2011 Dodge Durango 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. 2011 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Focus | Durango |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3043 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 93 L |
