1993 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 20 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1993 Ford Focus. (227 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Focus.
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, 2013 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Focus. (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Focus. 2013 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. 2013 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Focus | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Venza |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1610 mm |
