2008 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 163 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.
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, 2008 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Focus | 75 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |
