2012 Ford Flex vs. 2012 Ford Focus

To start off, both 2012 Ford Flex and 2012 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2012 Ford Focus. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Flex weights approximately 691 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Ford Flex 2012 Ford Focus
Make Ford Ford
Model Flex Focus
Year Released 2012 2012
Body Type Crossover Hatchback
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 160 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 6-speed automatic 6-speed automated manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2028 kg 1337 kg
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.8 L/100km 6.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 47 L


 

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