1992 Cadillac Brougham vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac Brougham (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 916 kg more than 1992 Cadillac Brougham.
Because 1992 Cadillac Brougham 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 1992 Cadillac Brougham. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1992 Cadillac Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Cadillac Brougham | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Brougham | Focus |
Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2620 mm |