2006 Ford Expedition vs. 2008 Ford Focus

To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Expedition 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 160 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1749 kg more than 2008 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 2008 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 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus. 2006 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2008 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 2008 Ford Focus
Make Ford Ford
Model Expedition Focus
Year Released 2006 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5408 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 496 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 106 mm 83.1 mm
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 2856 kg 1107 kg
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 12.4 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 10 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 5.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 106 L 51 L


 

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