2009 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Caldina (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 66 kg more than 2005 Toyota Caldina.
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 (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Caldina. (167 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Caldina. 2005 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2005 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Caldina |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |