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. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Flex (281 HP) has 140 more horse power than 2013 Ford Focus. (141 HP). 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 459 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.
Because 2013 Ford Flex is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex 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, 2013 Ford Flex (346 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (249 Nm). This means 2013 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Ford Flex | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Flex | Focus |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2106 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5125 mm | 4393 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2256 mm | 2045 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1726 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2994 mm | 2649 mm |
