1996 Toyota Carina vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Carina (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 40 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina.
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, 1996 Toyota Carina (156 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus. 2008 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Carina | 2008 Ford Focus | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Carina | Focus |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2620 mm |