2006 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2007 Infiniti QX56 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus.
Because 2007 Infiniti QX56 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 2007 Infiniti QX56. 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, 2007 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2007 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Focus | QX56 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 106 L |
