2009 Ford Focus vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 4 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1347 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 2013 GMC Sierra 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, 2013 GMC Sierra 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Focus | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2627 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1872 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |
