2006 Ford Focus vs. 1995 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru SVX (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1236 kg more than 1995 Subaru SVX.
Because 1995 Subaru SVX 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, 1995 Subaru SVX 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, 1995 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus. 1995 Subaru SVX has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Subaru SVX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1995 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Focus | SVX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
