2009 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Aerio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Aerio would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Aerio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Aerio (155 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Aerio weights approximately 69 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 Suzuki Aerio 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 Suzuki Aerio 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 Suzuki Aerio (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Aerio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2006 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Focus | Aerio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
