2006 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 1 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 555 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.
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, 2006 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Focus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 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 | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |
