2006 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, both 2006 Ford Focus and 2006 Subaru Forester were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 62 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Forester (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Focus | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |