2005 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,360 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 273 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Camry |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2360 cc |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1444 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |