2005 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT
To start off, both 2005 Ford Focus and 2005 Ford FPV BF GT were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford FPV BF GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT (389 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT weights approximately 420 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.
Because 2005 Ford FPV BF 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 2005 Ford FPV BF 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, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford FPV BF GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2005 Ford FPV BF GT | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Focus | FPV BF GT |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 105.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |