2005 Ford Focus vs. 1997 Toyota Previa
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 Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Previa weights approximately 322 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, 1997 Toyota Previa (206 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (171 Nm). This means 1997 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1997 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Previa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| 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 | 136 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |
