2004 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 281 kg more than 2004 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 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Focus | 75 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
