2001 Ford Focus vs. 2005 GMC Sonoma
To start off, 2005 GMC Sonoma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sonoma (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 280 kg more than 2001 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sonoma 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 GMC Sonoma (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Focus | 2005 GMC Sonoma | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Focus | Sonoma |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |
