2006 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Saturn L
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saturn L would be higher. At 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 102 kg more than 2005 Saturn L.
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 Saturn L (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2005 Saturn L | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Focus | L |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 59 L |
