2012 Lexus LFA vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Lexus LFA is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Focus would be higher. At 4,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LFA weights approximately 214 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lexus LFA is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Lexus LFA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lexus LFA (479 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lexus LFA | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Lexus | Ford |
| Model | LFA | Focus |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 479 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4506 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1219 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2606 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 55 L |
