2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2011 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jeep Compass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jeep Compass would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 853 kg more than 2011 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 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Compass | 2011 Ford Focus | |
Make | Jeep | Ford |
Model | Compass | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4445 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1722 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2614 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 51 L |