2006 Ferrari 612 vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2006 Ferrari 612 and 2006 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 375 kg more than 2006 Ferrari 612.
Because 2006 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 2006 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, 2006 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus. 2006 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 2006 Ferrari 612 has manual transmission. 2006 Ferrari 612 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ferrari 612 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 612 | Focus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 541 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 55 L |