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, 2009 Ford Focus (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 622 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (197 Nm @ 5500 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 | 1988 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |