2005 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 4 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
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, 2009 Ford Taurus (338 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (174 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2009 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Focus | Taurus |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6251 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 338 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 76 L |