2005 Ford Focus vs. 2010 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2010 GMC Acadia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Acadia weights approximately 844 kg more than 2005 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, 2010 GMC Acadia (366 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (180 Nm). This means 2010 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2010 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Focus | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 83 L |
