2006 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 11 kg more than 2011 Ford Falcon.
Because 2011 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus. 2011 Ford Falcon 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 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4955 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
