2005 Ford Focus vs. 2010 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2010 GMC Terrain is newer by 5 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Terrain weights approximately 462 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.
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, 2010 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2010 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Focus | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
