2006 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 7 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (365 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 303 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 2013 Dodge CHARGER is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
Make | Ford | Dodge |
Model | Focus | CHARGER |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 536 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2018 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3052 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 72 L |