2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 1 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta. 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 Ford Focus (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta | Focus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
