2009 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Transit Connect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Transit Connect would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Transit Connect (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 3850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 23 kg more than 2005 Ford Transit Connect.
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, 2009 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2005 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Focus | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1752 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3850 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1303 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |