2008 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota MR2 (190 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 370 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Because 2005 Toyota MR2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 992 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 48 L |
