2006 Ford Focus vs. 2006 MG ZR
To start off, both 2006 Ford Focus and 2006 MG ZR were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 MG ZR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG ZR (159 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG ZR should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 MG ZR weights approximately 10 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 MG ZR (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 MG ZR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2006 MG ZR | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Focus | ZR |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |