2009 Ford Focus vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1006 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 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Focus | 2011 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Focus | Rexton |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |