2005 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Scion xB
To start off, both 2005 Ford Focus and 2005 Scion xB were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Scion xB. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Scion xB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 212 kg more than 2005 Scion xB. 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 (171 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xB. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2005 Scion xB | |
| Make | Ford | Scion |
| Model | Focus | xB |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
