2010 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 2 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. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 410 kg more than 2010 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Focus. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Focus | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Focus | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4445 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1722 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1488 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2614 mm | 2760 mm |
