2006 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR3 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR3 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 Land Rover LR3 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 Land Rover LR3 (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus. 2009 Land Rover LR3 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. 2009 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2009 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Focus | LR3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1752 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |