2006 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti FX weights approximately 4 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 2009 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2009 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Focus | FX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 90 L |