2009 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 577 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.
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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 2011 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Sienna |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 76 L |