2005 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Suzuki Verona
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Verona 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 2,501 cc, 2006 Suzuki Verona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Verona (155 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Verona should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 263 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Verona.
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 Suzuki Verona (240 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (180 Nm). This means 2006 Suzuki Verona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2006 Suzuki Verona | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Focus | Verona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2501 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |
