2005 Ford Focus vs. 2003 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Camry (160 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Camry weights approximately 85 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.
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, 2003 Toyota Camry (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2003 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Camry |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |