2008 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Ford GT
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (550 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford GT weights approximately 342 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GT (678 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2006 Ford GT | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | GT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
