2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Ford Focus

To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,357 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1147 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 Silverado 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 Silverado 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 Silverado (454 Nm) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Silverado 2005 Ford Focus
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Silverado Focus
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5357 cc 1753 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 295 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 454 Nm 160 Nm
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 80.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2370 kg 1223 kg
Vehicle Length 5740 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 3650 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 55 L


 

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