2008 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Suzuki Verona
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Verona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Verona would be higher. At 2,489 cc, 2006 Suzuki Verona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Verona. (155 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Verona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 215 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Verona. 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 (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Verona. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Verona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2006 Suzuki Verona | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Focus | Verona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 2489 cc |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
