2005 Ford Focus vs. 2005 GMC Savana

To start off, both 2005 Ford Focus and 2005 GMC Savana were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Savana (195 HP) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 1032 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.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Savana (353 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (200 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Focus 2005 GMC Savana
Make Ford GMC
Model Focus Savana
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1795 cc 4293 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 195 HP
Torque 200 Nm 353 Nm
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 102 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 19.0:1 9.2:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1298 kg 2330 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 5700 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 2080 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 3440 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.4 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 117 L


 

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