2006 Rover 75 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 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 6 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.
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, 2006 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Rover 75 | 2010 Ford Focus | |
Make | Rover | Ford |
Model | 75 | Focus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1174 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4445 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2614 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |