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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Rover 75. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 341 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
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 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 134 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. 2006 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |