2006 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Ford E-150
To start off, 2012 Ford E-150 is newer by 6 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-150 weights approximately 896 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.
Because 2012 Ford E-150 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 2012 Ford E-150. 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, 2012 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2012 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 132 L |
