2000 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (143 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 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, 2006 Ford Freestyle (282 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (202 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Focus | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
