2005 Ford Focus vs. 1996 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Previa weights approximately 340 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 (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 1996 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Previa |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |