2009 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra 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 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 276 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tundra.

Because 2011 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Tundra (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 2011 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford Focus 2011 Toyota Tundra
Make Ford Toyota
Model Focus Tundra
Year Released 2009 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1988 cc 3998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 171 HP 233 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 197 Nm 266 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 1074 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.1 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 50 L


 

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