2005 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 3850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 7 kg more than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Because 2006 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 2006 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 (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Hilux |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3850 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |