2005 Ford Focus 1.8 Viva vs. 2005 Ford Focus Clipper

To start off, both 2005 Ford Focus 1.8 Viva and 2005 Ford Focus Clipper were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus 1.8 Viva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus 1.8 Viva (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus Clipper. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus 1.8 Viva should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus Clipper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus 1.8 Viva weights approximately 33 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus Clipper. 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, 2005 Ford Focus 1.8 Viva (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus Clipper. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus 1.8 Viva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus Clipper.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Focus 1.8 Viva 2005 Ford Focus Clipper
Make Ford Ford
Model Focus Focus
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1753 cc 1388 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 118 HP 73 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 160 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80.6 mm 76.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1223 kg 1190 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 55 L


 

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