2001 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Pontiac SV 6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2001 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Focus.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ford Focus (386 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac SV 6. (289 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac SV 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Focus | 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Focus | SV 6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3080 mm |
