So, what's under the bonnet driving these very different powerful machines? The RS has a 2.3-litre Turbo Ford EcoBoost four-cylinder engine. Producing 345bhp and with pulling power of 440Nm, it's easy to see why it's the first off the line. The second you put pedal to metal, the turbo kicks in, the AWD system grips the road and the RS is pulling away. Harnessing all 345 of those horses the Focus RS is out of the blocks and moving away with speed, aggression and irresistible presence.
The Ford Mustang however is a very different beast. Built specifically for straight-line speed, the Mustang has longer legs which must be stretched in order to fully appreciate its grace and power. Once it is moving, the Mustang's 425 horses are unleashed in a majestic display of raucous power. Pulling away from the RS in a quarter mile drag race, 524Nm of torque throws you back into your seat and propels this machine of speed into the middle of next week.
Whilst the Ford Focus RS has all of the pop and growls and whistles of a happy hardcore rave, the Ford Mustang has a soundtrack of pure rock. Bass engine notes vibrate the ground as it idles and make every hair stand on end as the lead singer belts out his outrageous war cry anthem.
Either one of these majestic beasts can be yours by visiting one of our Evans Halshaw Ford Dealerships. Arrange a test drive in the sporty, aggressive and incredibly fun-to-drive Focus RS. Experience the incredible thrill of its tight handling on the turns and corners and be exhilarated by its sheer thrust when you take off.