2005 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (390 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1274 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (556 Nm) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (171 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Focus | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 556 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 88 L |