2005 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2009 Toyota iQ 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Toyota iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 356 kg more than 2009 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | iQ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 32 L |
