2010 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Ford Focus

To start off, 2011 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Focus would be higher. Both 2010 Ford Focus and 2011 Ford Focus are equipped with a 2,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 140 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Focus weights approximately 16 kg more than 2010 Ford Focus.

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, both vehicles can yield 184 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2011 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2010 Ford Focus 2011 Ford Focus
Make Ford Ford
Model Focus Focus
Year Released 2010 2011
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2000 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 140 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 184 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1174 kg 1190 kg
Vehicle Length 4445 mm 4445 mm
Vehicle Width 1725 mm 1722 mm
Vehicle Height 1488 mm 1488 mm
Wheelbase Size 2614 mm 2614 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.7 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 9.8 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 51 L 51 L


 

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