2006 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (151 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz weights approximately 715 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, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2012 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Focus | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3800 cc |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1806 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2804 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 78 L |
