2008 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Toyota Tazz
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 Tazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tazz would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tazz (180 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tazz should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 406 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tazz.
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 (196 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2005 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Tazz |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1295 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 944 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
