2005 Ford Focus 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 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1696 kg more than 2005 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 Ford Focus (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Focus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 53 L |
