2006 Suzuki Swift vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Swift. (101 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Focus weights approximately 265 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Swift. 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, 2013 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Suzuki Swift | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Suzuki | Ford |
| Model | Swift | Focus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
