1996 Toyota Carina vs. 2011 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Ford Focus is newer by 15 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Focus weights approximately 44 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. 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, 2011 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina. 2011 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. 2011 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Carina | 2011 Ford Focus | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Carina | Focus |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4445 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1722 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1488 mm |