2005 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Ford Fusion
To start off, both 2005 Ford Focus and 2005 Ford Fusion were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 99 kg more than 2005 Ford Fusion. 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 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2005 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Focus | Fusion |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 14 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |