2008 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Maserati Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Maserati Coupe would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Coupe (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 330 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 Maserati Coupe 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 Maserati Coupe. 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 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (196 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2006 Maserati Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Focus | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 88 L |
