2006 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 243 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2006 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2010 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Focus | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
