2009 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Suzuki Verona
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 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, 2006 Suzuki Verona (155 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Verona should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Verona.
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, 2006 Suzuki Verona (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Verona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 2006 Suzuki Verona has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Suzuki Verona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2006 Suzuki Verona | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Focus | Verona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2489 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
