2009 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Toyota Hilux
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 Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Hilux. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 12 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
Because 2005 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Hilux. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2005 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 22.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1374 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 56 L |
