2005 Ford Focus vs. 1955 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 282 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1955 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1955 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Focus | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1213 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
