2006 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, both 2006 Ford Focus and 2006 Suzuki Aerio were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (222 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Aerio. (155 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Aerio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 317 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Aerio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki Aerio 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 Suzuki Aerio 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 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Aerio. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2006 Suzuki Aerio | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Focus | Aerio |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2522 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |