2005 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Lexus LS
To start off, both 2005 Ford Focus and 2005 Lexus LS 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 (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus LS (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus LS weights approximately 614 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 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS. 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 Lexus LS (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus. 2005 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2005 Lexus LS | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Focus | LS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 418 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |