2009 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster 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 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Renault Duster. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 162 kg more than 2011 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2011 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | Duster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
