1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Focus |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2650 mm |
