2013 Ford Flex vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2013 Ford Flex and 2013 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Flex (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2013 Ford Focus. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Flex weights approximately 707 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, 2013 Ford Flex (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus. 2013 Ford Flex has automatic transmission and 2013 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2013 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2013 Ford Flex | 2013 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Flex | Focus |
Year Released | 2013 | 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 | 281 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5125 mm | 4534 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2256 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1726 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2994 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |