2012 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 6 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 844 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, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Chrysler Town & Country | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Town & Country | Focus |
Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5151 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1999 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |