2009 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Toyota Solara
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 Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Solara (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Solara weights approximately 429 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.
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, 2005 Toyota Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Solara 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 Solara | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Solara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |