2009 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
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 Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,734 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (171 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Focus | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
