2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 456 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Focus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 53 L |
