2006 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (151 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 461 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Highlander (314 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Highlander |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3309 cc |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 314 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 73 L |