2006 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2009 Ford Kuga is newer by 3 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 175 kg more than 2009 Ford Kuga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Kuga 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, 2009 Ford Kuga 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, 2009 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2009 Ford Kuga | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Focus | Kuga |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |