2006 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Swift. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 302 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2005 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Focus | Swift |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |