2005 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Camry (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Camry weights approximately 231 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, 2004 Toyota Camry (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Camry |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |