2009 Ford Focus vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 964 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 GMC Savana 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 2012 GMC Savana. 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, 2012 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 2012 GMC Savana 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 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Focus | Savana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1267 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 117 L |
