2005 Ford Focus vs. 2007 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 2 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 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 3850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus. 2007 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2007 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Focus | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3850 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 83 L |
