2005 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus.
Because 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Porsche Carrera GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (602 Nm) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (160 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2001 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Focus | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 602 Nm |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 329 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
