2006 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1278 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Focus | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1981 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 66 L |