2006 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 749 kg more than 2010 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (109 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 71.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
