2009 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 3850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 412 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle will offer significantly more control. 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 Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Focus | Freestyle |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1752 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 3850 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1303 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |