2005 Ford GT vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2005 Ford GT 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford GT weights approximately 413 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 2005 Ford GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GT (678 Nm) has 533 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford GT | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | GT | Focus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1171 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
