2009 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 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 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1571 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 2012 Dodge Ram 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, 2012 Dodge Ram 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 643 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Focus | Ram |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 6690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3013 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 129 L |
