2009 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
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 Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1329 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 Sequoia (441 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 99 L |