2009 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
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 Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,752 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 3850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 113 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1752 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3850 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1303 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |