2005 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 3 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 7 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Focus | Jimny |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 17 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1223 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |