2008 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
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 Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 613 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 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3270 mm |
