2005 Ford Focus vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 275 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Carina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |