2011 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 5 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 308 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, 2006 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Transit Connect | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Transit Connect | Focus |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2014 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2911 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
