2006 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki SX4. (133 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1462 kg more than 2010 Suzuki SX4. 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, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Focus | SX4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1605 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |