2005 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, both 2005 Ford Focus and 2005 Toyota Camry were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 220 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.
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 Toyota Camry (230 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (125 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Camry |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 230 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |