2009 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Ferrari FF
To start off, 2012 Ferrari FF 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 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari FF (651 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 538 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari FF should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari FF weights approximately 494 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 Ferrari FF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari FF 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 Ferrari FF (683 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 2012 Ferrari FF 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. 2012 Ferrari FF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2012 Ferrari FF | |
| Make | Ford | Ferrari |
| Model | Focus | FF |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 651 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 683 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1379 mm |
