2005 Ford Freestar vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestar (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 722 kg more than 2007 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, 2005 Ford Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus. 2005 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Freestar | Focus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
