2006 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 4 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 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (223 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Focus | 159 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2522 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
