2005 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Equinox and 2005 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 412 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox 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 Chevrolet Equinox (286 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (171 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Equinox | 2005 Ford Focus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Equinox | Focus |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 171 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 53 L |