2004 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 687 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 4Runner (434 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 87 L |