2005 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Toyota Hilux

To start off, both 2005 Ford Focus and 2005 Toyota Hilux were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Hilux. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 161 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.

Because 2005 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux. 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 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Hilux. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Hilux.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Focus 2005 Toyota Hilux
Make Ford Toyota
Model Focus Hilux
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 2494 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 128 HP 82 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 178 Nm 162 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 22.2:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1213 kg 1374 kg
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 56 L


 

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