2009 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Patriot (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 67 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 Jeep Patriot 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 Jeep Patriot 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, 2009 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Focus | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1697 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 51 L |
