2008 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 3 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 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 118 kg more than 2005 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, 2008 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus. 2005 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Focus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
