2009 Ford S-Max vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2009 Ford S-Max and 2009 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford S-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford S-Max (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford S-Max should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford S-Max weights approximately 568 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 S-Max (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
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2009 Ford S-Max | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | S-Max | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |