2006 Ford Focus vs. 2007 GMC Acadia

To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus.

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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Focus 2007 GMC Acadia
Make Ford GMC
Model Focus Acadia
Year Released 2006 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1983 cc 3564 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 136 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3200 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.9 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 9.1 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 83 L


 

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