2006 Ford Expedition vs. 2005 Ford Focus

To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (171 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 495 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.

Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 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 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (196 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus. 2006 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2005 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 2005 Ford Focus
Make Ford Ford
Model Expedition Focus
Year Released 2006 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5408 cc 1988 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 301 HP 171 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 495 Nm 196 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 84.8 mm
Engine Stroke Size 106 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 9 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1715 kg 1220 kg
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 4180 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 106 L 55 L