2006 Ford Focus vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 890 kg more than 2012 SsangYong Rexton.
Because 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2012 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Focus | Rexton |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 1972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |