2006 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Saleen S7
To start off, both 2006 Ford Focus and 2006 Saleen S7 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 614 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 468 kg more than 2006 Saleen S7.
Because 2006 Saleen S7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Saleen S7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 768 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2006 Saleen S7 | |
Make | Ford | Saleen |
Model | Focus | S7 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 750 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 949 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1041 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2692 mm |