2006 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 870 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Focus | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 2292 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 104 L |
