2006 Ford Focus vs. 1994 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 135 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara 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 Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 1994 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Focus | Vitara |
Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2210 mm |