2006 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (151 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 will offer significantly more control. 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 F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 875 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 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 F-450 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 6700 cc |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 142 L |
