2006 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Trans Am (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Trans Am weights approximately 454 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Pontiac Trans Am is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Pontiac Trans Am. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Pontiac Trans Am (455 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (178 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2001 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Focus | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
