2005 Ford Focus vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Carina. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Carina weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.
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 Ford Focus (196 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Carina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |