2009 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Toyota Stallion
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 Stallion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Stallion would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 2005 Toyota Stallion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Stallion (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Stallion should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Stallion weights approximately 160 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 Stallion 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 Stallion. 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, 2005 Toyota Stallion (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Stallion 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 Stallion | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Stallion |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1998 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1336 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |