2005 Ferrari 612 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 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (515 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Ferrari 612 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 Ferrari 612. 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 Ferrari 612 (568 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ferrari 612 2006 Ford Focus
Make Ferrari Ford
Model 612 Focus
Year Released 2005 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5748 cc 1983 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 515 HP 136 HP
Engine RPM 7250 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 568 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 5250 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.6:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1840 kg 1715 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 108 L 53 L


 

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