2005 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 7 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1277 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 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (171 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3099 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 |
