2006 Ford Focus vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra 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, 2007 GMC Sierra 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, 2007 GMC Sierra (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus. 2007 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Focus | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |
