2006 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, both 2006 Ford Focus and 2006 Honda Pilot were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 246 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.
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 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus. 2006 Honda Pilot 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. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | Pilot |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 77 L |