2006 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (223 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V50. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 291 kg more than 2005 Volvo V50. 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 (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V50. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Focus | V50 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2522 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
