1998 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Focus would be higher. At 4,477 cc, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1036 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (388 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 4477 cc |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 2280 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 141 L |
