2005 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 872 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 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (370 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (171 Nm). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Focus | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 100 L |
