2007 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 96 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2007 Ford Focus (216 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 2006 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Focus | Jimny |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 16.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |