2007 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 2 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 3850 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 51 kg more than 2007 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, 2005 Ford Focus (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (216 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Focus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3850 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
