2000 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 45 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus.
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, 2000 Ford Focus (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Focus | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Corolla |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |