2009 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 3850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Juke weights approximately 77 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 2011 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke will offer significantly more control. 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, both vehicles can yield 240 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Focus | Juke |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 3850 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1342 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |