1993 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2011 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 18 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Focus (227 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2011 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2011 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota RAV4 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota RAV4. 2011 Toyota RAV4 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. 2011 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Focus | 2011 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1684 mm |
