2006 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Tata Nano
To start off, 2008 Tata Nano is newer by 2 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 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 2256 kg more than 2008 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Tata Nano 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 2008 Tata Nano. 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, 2006 Ford Focus (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2008 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Focus | Nano |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 37 L |
