2008 Ford Focus vs. 2005 GMC Savana
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Savana would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Savana (285 HP) has 211 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 1401 kg more than 2008 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 GMC Savana (400 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (123 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2005 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Focus | Savana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 4801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 285 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 117 L |
