2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 362 kg more than 2004 Ford Expedition.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition 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 2004 Ford Expedition. 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Expedition | Focus |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 180 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 53 L |