2005 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace
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 Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.
Because 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. 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, 2005 Ford Focus (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Hi-Ace |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 16 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1530 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |