2005 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2008 Toyota Prius 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Prius (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus.
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, 2005 Ford Focus (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2008 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Prius |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |