2006 Ford Focus vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Terrain (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (151 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 613 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 GMC Terrain 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 GMC Terrain 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 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Focus | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1833 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 71 L |
