2005 Ford Fusion vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2005 Ford Fusion and 2005 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fusion. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 23 kg more than 2005 Ford Fusion. 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 Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fusion. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Fusion | 2005 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Fusion | Focus |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |