2004 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (144 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Celica. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 7 kg more than 2005 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford Focus (202 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
