2004 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 1,752 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 226 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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 (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
