1993 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Toyota Venza

To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Focus (227 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Venza. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Venza.

Because 2010 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza 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, 1993 Ford Focus (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Venza. 2010 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Ford Focus 2010 Toyota Venza
Make Ford Toyota
Model Focus Venza
Year Released 1993 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 2700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 227 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 246 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Length 4140 mm 4801 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1905 mm
Vehicle Height 1230 mm 1610 mm


 

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