2005 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 946 kg more than 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish.
Because 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish 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 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish. 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, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | Vanquish | Focus |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5933 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 454 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |