2005 Toyota Caldina vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Caldina. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 55 kg more than 2010 Ford Focus.
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, 2010 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Caldina. (167 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Caldina. 2005 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Caldina | 2010 Ford Focus | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Caldina | Focus |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4445 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1722 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2614 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |