2006 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 991 kg more than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Because 2005 Ford Freestyle 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, 2005 Ford Freestyle 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, 2005 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2005 Ford Freestyle | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Focus | Freestyle |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 72 L |