2005 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Wrangler (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 172 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.
Because 2000 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Jeep Wrangler (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2000 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Focus | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1223 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
