2006 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 5 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 227 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze 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. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Focus | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |
