2011 Ford Flex vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Flex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Flex would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2013 Ford Focus. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Flex weights approximately 694 kg more than 2013 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, 2011 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford Flex | 2013 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Flex | Focus |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4534 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2995 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |