2006 Ford Expedition vs. 2001 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Focus would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2001 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1656 kg more than 2001 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Focus. 2006 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 2001 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Expedition | Focus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |
