2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 635 kg more than 2006 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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (351 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Town & Country | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |