2005 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 8 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Venza. (179 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 515 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.
Because 2013 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza 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, 2005 Ford Focus (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Venza. (247 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Venza. 2013 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Venza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |