2008 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 947 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.
Because 2005 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche Cayenne (311 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (178 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2005 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Focus | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1213 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
