2004 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Previa (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 396 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.
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, 2005 Toyota Previa (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Previa 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 Previa | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Previa |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |