2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2010 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 525 kg more than 2010 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle 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, 2006 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 2010 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Freestyle | Focus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1722 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2614 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |
